Claimants to the throne- Harold Godwinson

• Succeed


  Harold Godwinson claimed Edward, while on his death bed, stated he wanted Harold to succeed him
• Harold


  • He was the King's brother-in-law
  • He was already serving as sub-regulus (sub king)
• Harold


  • He was popular among the other Earls and thegns
  • The Witan chose him immediately
  • He was crowned the day after Edward's death